Thanks everyone. It literally took me this long to get up the courage to check my replies, but you have all been very supportive and helpful. It’s great to hear that I’m not alone dealing with this issue, and that others have had to do what I do to stay healthy: no SM. I’m very grateful, also, for the awesome advice that authors can still find success through community networking. Got to keep that in mind as I move forward!

I appreciate the encouragement to speak with a professional therapist, too, although since I haven’t had any luck with them so far (other issues), it’ll take drastic circumstances to get me to try again.

In any case, thanks once more and cheers.